Best Office Supply Stores
We score office supply retailers on per-unit pricing, selection depth, free shipping thresholds, and business account features — not just who runs the most TV ads.
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How We Rank Office Supply Stores
Every product is scored on a 100-point rubric. Here's exactly what we measure:
Pricing & Value
Per-unit cost on common supplies (paper, ink, toner, pens), volume discounts, and how prices compare across retailers for a standard supply order
Selection & Availability
Breadth of product catalog — office supplies, technology, furniture, breakroom, and janitorial — and in-stock reliability
Free Shipping Threshold
Minimum order value for free standard shipping — lower thresholds mean fewer forced bulk purchases and less cash tied up in inventory
Business Account Perks
Net-30 terms, purchase orders, dedicated account managers, consolidated billing, and spend analytics
Delivery Speed
Standard delivery time, next-day options, and same-day availability for urgent supply needs
Return Policy
Return window, process complexity, and how the retailer handles incorrect or defective items
🥇 Gold — Best in Category
90+ points. Excellent across every criterion.
🥈 Silver — Strong Choice
75–89 points. Solid option, missing a few things the Gold tier has.
Staples
The original office supply superstore — in-store same-day pickup, print and copy services, and a strong small business program
From $0/mo· Free tier
Office Depot
The merged Office Depot/OfficeMax network — 1,000+ stores, competitive business pricing, and a robust tech and furniture catalog
From $0/mo· Free tier
Quill
Staples' B2B-only platform — dedicated business account managers, low free shipping threshold, and no consumer distractions
From $0/mo· Free tier
🥉 Bronze — Worth Considering
60–74 points. Functional, entry-level, or niche-specific.